Behavior Technician I-West Haven

AREA COOPERATIVE EDUCATIONAL SERVICES • , CT

1d • $41,710 - $61,627 • Onsite

About The Position

The Behavior Technician I assists in maintaining safety in the school environment by responding to behavior events and collaborating with school personnel. Under the direction of administrators and behavior analysts, the technician builds trusting, positive relationships with students and provides support and positive programming. The role includes documenting behavior events and collecting required data consistent with state reporting requirements, attending team meetings for the assigned program, and serving as a resource to building staff on understanding and improving behaviors. The technician may drive students to afterschool activities and trips and may provide morning and afternoon transportation for the assigned program. This is a full-time, long-term substitute position through April 9, 2027, based at West Haven Elementary in Connecticut.

Requirements

• High school graduate with two years of related experience.
• Eligible for a Connecticut V endorsement without restriction.
• Complete RBT certification from the BACB within 10 months of hire.
• Complete all components of ACES Safety Management Training within six months of hire.
• Demonstrate a strong work ethic, including excellent attendance.
• Record data in a timely and accurate manner and communicate relevant student information to supervisors and team members.
• Understand and apply ACES policies and procedures, assigned program procedures, safety management procedures, and applicable laws and regulations.
• When relevant to RBT or BCBA certification or supervision, understand and comply with BACB regulations and guidelines.
• Understand the assigned program’s individualized behavior management programs, data reliability checks, procedural fidelity checks, student profiles, triggers, motivators, responses, and appropriate prompts and cues for crisis situations.
• Communicate orally and in writing to explain, model, and share information with the team on an ongoing basis.
• Demonstrate professional collegiality with peers, leadership, and stakeholders; communicate with families as directed.
• Use relevant software systems for data capture and reporting.
• Demonstrate understanding of concepts presented through the ACES Behavior Services and Autism Programs Training Series.
• Meet the physical demands of responding quickly to crises, which may include running; completing trained safety holds and escorts; and responding to assistance calls.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interact positively and professionally with students and colleagues.
• Set up and monitor data management systems.
• Maintain a clean and orderly environment.
• Participate in student-centered meetings and assist with student updates.
• Perform duties assigned by supervisors and support the program’s behavior management system.
• Assist with arrival and departure routines and serve on crisis teams as assigned.
• Participate in assigned trainings and staff development opportunities.
• Provide safety assistance in compliance with ACES safety management training and applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
• Keep the Connecticut V endorsement current by completing requirements in a timely manner.
• Represent ACES positively through personal conduct, attendance, and completion of assigned duties.
• Maintain documentation of behavior events and required data, and organize required data, plans, and quarterly reports.
• Collect, assess, and record data accurately and promptly; review data regularly and notify supervisors of relevant information.
• Use relevant software systems to capture data and generate reports for supervisors and District, State, and Federal reporting.
• Build positive relationships with students and communicate with families as directed.
• Assess reinforcer effectiveness and assist with analysis of behavioral and instructional data.
• Apply strategies based in ABA and seek relevant professional development opportunities.
• Assist with training and feedback on behavioral skills and, when paired with new staff, instructional skills.
• At times, drive students to afterschool activities and trips or provide morning and afternoon transportation for the assigned program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED